Salayish Lodge and Park

Salayish Lodge and Park is a family-run lodge on a hill above Lake Babogaya in Bishoftu. The family opened it more than 20 years ago. It is a quiet garden place. The lodge has a rule for itself: nature first.

What to do

The garden has more than 20 kinds of fruit plant, with mango, avocado and coffee trees, and many birds. A barefoot path of smooth pebbles goes through the trees. The lodge makes areke, the Ethiopian spirit, from maize over a wood fire. Guests watch the work and taste three flavours. The lodge has a small pool in the garden. Staff arrange boat rides on the lake, walks and local tours.

Rooms

There are king rooms, double rooms and a family suite. Rooms look over Lake Babogaya.

Dining

The restaurant is made of bamboo and has tables inside and outside. The kitchen cooks on a wood stove with fish from the lake and produce from the garden. Guests can eat around a campfire or book a group barbecue.

Getting there

Take the expressway from Addis Ababa to Bishoftu. Lake Babogaya is on the north side of the town.

Good to know

Call +251 94 977 7707 to book. For help in English call +251 91 121 5540. The email is booking@salayishlodge.com. The lodge suits couples and people who want a quiet day by the lake.